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By Rob Enderle on
After Ford reported a stunning 71% drop in EV sales, the company’s gasoline trucks and hybrids are now carrying the financial load while the F-150 Lightning faces slowing demand and growing dealer inventory.t
By Denis Flierl on
While Consumer Reports ranks the Ford F-150 PowerBoost among the best hybrid trucks on the market, some owners nearing 80,000 miles say expensive drivetrain failures could turn that award-winning pickup into a costly repair story.
By Denis Flierl on
After a crash forced one Silverado owner to compare engines, he discovered something unexpected: GM’s 2.7L TurboMax four-cylinder actually produces more torque than the traditional 5.3L V8 in his truck.
By Denis Flierl on
Six-time Ram owner just abandoned his bulletproof Toyota Tacoma for the ultimate upgrade. After years of rugged TRD utility, he’s prioritizing premium cabin refinement. See why this veteran hauler chose Mopar’s latest eTorque.
By Armen Hareyan on
The unexpected $1500 quote to replace a single wheel bearing on a 2023 Toyota Tacoma has owners debating dealer trust local shops and DIY fixes.
By Denis Flierl on
When a 700-HP supercharged Ford Raptor V8 meets the electric Tesla Cybertruck in Texas, the result isn’t what you’d expect. Is the essence of the ICE engine enough to stay?
By Denis Flierl on
This 2023 Toyota Tacoma owner learned the hard way that 'expert' service can create more problems. If you trust the dealer with your new truck, you're playing Russian Roulette. Check out the service bay blunder that could cost you. Don't be next. 
By Noah Washington on
This Ford F-150 Lightning owner’s 30,000-mile report reveals a "major range anxiety" nightmare, with towing efficiency dropping so low that 80-mile stretches become a gamble.
By Denis Flierl on
Forget standard maintenance cycles. I’m breaking down the 2026 Toyota Tundra’s Twin-Turbo i-FORCE V6 engineering reality behind the 500-mile DIY rush and the $210 shop trap.
By Denis Flierl on
While the Chevy Silverado Z71 lift turns heads with its 5.3L V8, is the highway "head-bob" worth the $60K price tag? Here is the dirt on the trade-off.
By Denis Flierl on
Everyone laughed when this Ford owner asked about 'premium air,' but as a 30-year truck pro, I’m not joking. Using the wrong pump isn't just a mistake; it’s a $1,200 repair waiting to happen to your F-150. Stop paying for 'wet' pressure today.
By Mary Conway on
Many drivers love V-8 engines. One truck company recently brought back its beloved HEMI because of buyers' demands. GM isn't a dinosaur. It is committed to its small block V-8, because that's what customers want.
By Denis Flierl on
This Chrysler insider isn’t just talking about a bad truck; he’s exposing why trading in his 2021 Ram for a 2025 "refresh" was a massive mistake. After owning six Rams, he reveals the technical truth behind the 3.6L "DT" body code letdown.
By Noah Washington on
One Tesla Cybertruck owner discovered his vehicle is considered "Unbindable" by major insurers, leaving him with an uninsurable truck that Manhattan parking garages refuse to touch.
By Mary Conway on
Ford has had a record year of recalls and this is the largest one yet. A software issue can interfere with brakes, brake lights and turn signals raising the risk of a crash.
By Tinsae Aregay on
Demand for the lower-priced Cybertruck appears to be through the roof, as Tesla announced via the company’s online configurator that all base model Cybertruck production for the rest of 2026 is sold out.
By Denis Flierl on
A Toyota Tundra owner has clocked 37,000 miles in a modified SR5, proving that real-world satisfaction often beats the headlines. From a $70 leveling kit to custom diamond leather, see why this enthusiast chooses 3.4L power over every rival brand in 2026.
By Denis Flierl on
Local Toyota Dealers are desperate to get 2023 Tacoma V6s back on the lot, but is the $100 monthly savings a trap? Alain Perron, reveals why he’s ditching the dealer’s $35k trade-in bait to keep his legendary powertrain over the glitchy new 2.4L turbo.
By Noah Washington on
One Tesla Cybertruck owner from Colorado Springs area says his perfectly aligned doors were returned "disgustingly off" and damaged after technicians struggled to fix a minor dash rattle.
By Denis Flierl on
Chevy Silverado owners are ditching factory lifts for a smarter setup. Here’s why the 2.7L TurboMax is the sleeper pick for ice fishing and snow, but only if you avoid one costly trim mistake. What Silverado buyers need to know.
By Mary Conway on
The local-favorite Ram 1500 has climbed from fourth to #1 in overall truck dependability, according to the J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study, leaving pickup buyers nationwide wondering what improvements propelled this unofficial comeback.
By John Goreham on
Brush bars look cool on the front of SUVs like the Ford Bronco Sport Sasquatch, but do they actually help in a crash or animal strike? Here’s what people in the know reveal about front Bash bars.
By Denis Flierl on
Moving from a top-tier Sierra luxury rig to the Coyote-powered Ford is a bold play that’s sparking debate. Rich Tulley traded his '23 Denali for a 502A F-150, proving that high-end tech and V8 soul might just beat out the "Gold Standard" of GMC luxury.
By Noah Washington on
What happens when a die-hard truck lover tries to go electric in the Florida heat? After 9,000 miles and only seven months, this 2024 F-150 Lightning owner is debunking every EV myth, proving that range anxiety is a thing of the past.
By Noah Washington on
Reports of "rust spots all over" new Cybertrucks are surfacing, forcing owners to experiment with household cleaners and "elbow grease" just to maintain a brand-new finish.
By Armen Hareyan on
Three months and more than 20,000 miles outside his Tacoma’s warranty, one owner braced for a $3,000 steering repair bill, until his local Toyota dealership made a call that changed everything and made an unexpected U-turn.
By Tinsae Aregay on
A Cybertruck owner says his doors mysteriously keep opening on their own after a snowstorm. This is the second time this issue has come up; however, Tesla is refusing to fix it under warranty, saying the owner caused it by tinting the windows.
By John Goreham on
As record snowfall lands on New England and across America, harsh winter weather requires all hands on deck. EV trucks offer no help in clearing roadways.
By Denis Flierl on
A 2025 Ram owner’s 6th Gen nightmare includes "limp mode" scares and a surging engine that defies the brakes. Is Stellantis’ Hurricane I6 rollout a safety disaster? Here is the full report for Ram owners and buyers.
By Armen Hareyan on
After 20,000 miles on the road, one GMC Sierra EV owner drove straight into a New York City blizzard and found out, surprisingly, that his truck handled every icy, snowy challenge with zero issues.